Accessing SLU Virtual Desktop

Overview

Faculty, staff and students can access a Windows PC from a computer or mobile device with Internet access by going to https://desktop.stlawu.edu. SLU Windows Desktop is perfect for accessing applications that are Windows-only or that you do not have installed on your computer.

Using Web Browser

Use VMware Horizon View HTML Access to access the SLU Virtual Desktop from your web browser. It offers quick and easy access (no install required) to a Windows desktop and all applications, but lacks features of the client.

Use this option for sporadic access to SLU Windows Desktop, or if you’re using a computer that is not your own.

Using VMWare Horizons View Client (Mobile or Desktop)

If you plan to use the virtual desktop regularly, install the VMware Horizon View Client. The View Client is an application dedicated to accessing the SLU Virtual Desktop. It can offer better performance and additional features such as allowing you to access your computer's hardware from the virtual desktop (e.g. a USB flash drive or Webcam). You only need to install the application once.